Stanley Boxwood and Brass 24 Inch Folding Ruler carved wooden puppet The wonderfully gestural surface decoration

The wonderfully gestural surface decoration evinces a vertical sequence of blooms

have a long tradition of creating pottery and textiles with patterns that reflect their spiritual beliefs

with a face only a mother could love

This carving measures 7 1/2" tall x 2 1/2" wide x 1 5/8" deep and is in very good presumed antique condition

6 inches square and 1/2 inch thick

Stanley Boxwood and Brass 24 Inch Folding Ruler carved wooden puppet The wonderfully gestural surface decorationSince recently finding a few beautiful old folding rulers, I've had an eye out for more; they are just such a treat to hold and use, and if you, like me, do a fair amount of measuring, they are also very handy! This one was made by Stanley and is model number 68; 24 inches fully unfolded and made of boxwood with brass hinges and ends. The numbers are nice and large and easy to read, and even brighter on the interior side. Folded up, it measures 6 3 4"